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Planet Hotel

4.0 star property
Travelers find a peaceful retreat at this urban sanctuary, where they can swim in indoor pools, enjoy international cuisine, or book a rejuvenating spa treatment

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Located in the city center, Planet Hotel offers a calm escape with an indoor pool and a separate children's pool. Guests can dine at three restaurants serving international dishes or schedule spa services, including massages and facials, for well-deserved relaxation.

Reviews

7.0 out of 10
Good

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Breakfast included
  • Spa
  • Free airport shuttle
  • Parking included
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$134
includes taxes & fees
7 Mar - 8 Mar

Room options

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Double Room, City View

Double Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Separate bedroom
  • City view
  • 47 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Deluxe Room, City View

Deluxe Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • City view
  • 55 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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Standard Twin Room, City View

Standard Twin Room, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • City view
  • 47 sq m
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Single Beds

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Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Executive Suite, 2 Bedrooms, City View

Highlights

Balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Kitchenette
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Premium bedding
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
  • City view
  • 98 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 5
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Room, City View

Standard Room, City View

Highlights

Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Fridge
Flat-screen TV
Egyptian cotton bed sheets
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed
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About the area

Located in Mek'ele, Planet Hotel is in the city centre and near the airport. Local points of interest include Memorial for Martyred Freedom Fighters and Patriots, Mekele University, and Markets. Visit our Mek'ele travel guide
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Hawulti, In front of new stadium, Mek'ele, 19179

What's nearby

  • Memorial for Martyred Freedom Fighters and Patriots
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Mekele University
    14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Markets
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Martyrs’ Memorial
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Qedamay Woyane Mall
    17 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Makale (MQX-Alula Abanega)
    25 min drive

Restaurants

  • Coffee Ceremony
    12 min drive
  • ቺ ቪዳሞ | Chivediamo
    4 min drive
  • Geza Gerlase
    3 min drive
  • Chivediamo
    3 min drive
  • Yordans Restaurant
    18 min walk

About this property

Planet Hotel

Upscale hotel in the city centre
You can look forward to a free breakfast buffet, a free return airport shuttle and a poolside bar at Planet Hotel. Indulge in a body treatment, a facial and a massage at the on-site spa. At the 3 on-site restaurants, enjoy lunch, dinner and international cuisine. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with dry cleaning/laundry services and a bar.
Other perks include:
  • An indoor pool and a children's pool
  • Free self-parking
  • A free local area shuttle, tour/ticket information and a 24-hour front desk
  • A front desk safe, bike parking and free newspapers
Room features
All 80 rooms feature comforts, such as 24-hour room service and premium bedding, in addition to perks, such as laptop-compatible safes and separate sitting areas.
More amenities include:
  • Egyptian cotton sheets, rollaway/extra beds (surcharge) and cots/infant beds (surcharge)
  • Hairdryers and toothbrushes and toothpaste
  • Flat-screen TVs with cable channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, separate sitting areas and separate dining areas

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • 24-hour free return airport shuttle on request
  • Free area shuttle
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site self parking

Food and drink

  • Free buffet breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM
  • 3 restaurants
  • A bar/lounge
  • A poolside bar
  • Couples/private dining

Things to do

  • Children's pool
  • Full-service spa
  • Health club
  • Indoor pool

Family friendly

  • Children's pool
  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Free area shuttle
  • In-room refrigerator
  • Indoor pool
  • Laundry facilities
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)
  • Separate in-room dining area

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Laundry facilities
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Dry cleaning/laundry service
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance
  • Turndown service

Business services

  • 24-hour business centre
  • Conference centre
  • Meeting rooms

Full-service spa

  • Facials
  • Massage
  • Sauna

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Lift (70 centimetre wide door)
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible pool
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible restaurant

More

  • 1 building
  • 9 floors
  • Built in 2013
  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Cot (surcharge)
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Slippers
  • Toothbrush and toothpaste
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with cable channels
  • Pay films

Food and drink

  • 24-hour room service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Free bottled water
  • Minibar
  • Refrigerator
  • Restaurant dining guides
  • Separate dining area

More

  • Desk
  • Electrical adapters
  • Free daily newspapers
  • Iron/ironing board on request
  • Laptop-compatible safe
  • Phone
  • Separate sitting area

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 1:00 PM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per night.
Cots (infant beds) are available for USD 15.0 per night

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Crib (infant bed) fee: USD 15.0 per night
  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per night

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, a security system, a first aid kit and window guards
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

Property is also known as

Planet Hotel Mek'ele
Planet Mek'ele
Planet Hotel Hotel
Planet Hotel Mek'ele
Planet Hotel Hotel Mek'ele

Frequently asked questions

Does Planet Hotel have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool and a children's pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Planet Hotel?

As of 6 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Planet Hotel on 7 Mar 2026 start from AU$134, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Planet Hotel pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Planet Hotel?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Planet Hotel?

Check-in start time: 6:00 AM; check-in end time: anytime.

What time is check-out at Planet Hotel?

Checkout is at 1:00 PM.

Does Planet Hotel provide a shuttle to the airport?

Yes, there's a free airport shuttle that runs on request.

Where is Planet Hotel located?

Located in the heart of Mek'ele, this spa hotel is within 1 mile (2 km) of Memorial for Martyred Freedom Fighters and Patriots, Mekele University and Markets. Martyrs’ Memorial and Qedamay Woyane Mall are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on selected room rates because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Planet Hotel Reviews

7.0

Good

7.0

Cleanliness

6.8

Location

7.6

Staff & service

7.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 14 out of 59 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 19 out of 59 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 11 out of 59 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 10 out of 59 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 5 out of 59 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Shell

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great customer service...Allita is amazing. The beds were comfortable and rooms are spacious.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

4/10 Poor

Walter

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Dirty bathroom broken tub ice cold water that smelled poorly not worth the money paid. Very dissatisfied with the conditions of the property. The only thing ok was the gym but most of the treadmill and elliptical were broken.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024

6/10 Okay

O

Disliked: Cleanliness
Rooms are outdated and does not feel clean. Shower has only lukewarm water. Drainage issues
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

4/10 Poor

Phumlani

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Bad Stay

The room floor was not clean, the shower did not have hot water and the water was white and felt dirty. Air-conditioning not serviced. At the restaurant service was horrible and very dirty, no one cares
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2020

8/10 Good

Ali

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Average for the price.

Nice large rooms with decent wifi and breakfast. The rooms are a little run down with poor quality towels, no bath mat or laundry list. A little far from centre of town however you can easily get there with bajaj. Good shower pressure but poor hot water. They kept and looked after our bags whilst we went on our volcano tour.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The swimming pool is outdoor in the photo, but the actual pool has a roof. Swimming cap is required if you swim in the pool.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Low Expectations

The bad: Check-in was confusing, the restaurant service was super slow, the hallway floors were filthy, the rooms usually didn't have hot water, the cleaning staff forgot to provide towels. The good: The staff were friendly and spoke decent English, the beds were comfortable, the swimming pool was large and the gym staff were helpful. Bottom Line: In Europe this would be a 2 star hotel that wouldn't be able to compete. It is, however, probably the best hotel in Mekele and lots of foreign tourists stay there.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Michelle

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Ethiopian trip

Very nice hotel everything you need staff great too
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2019

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
a good all round hotel, reasonably priced, food of a good standard. Internet could be more reliable …. but then you need to remember where you are
Stayed 9 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Tsegu

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This hotel is Clean and quiet and the breakfast is very good.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Property conditions & facilities
De service was uitmuntend, echter lieten de faciliteiten te wensen over. Het zwembad was vies en tevens gesloten, de inductie kookplaat in de keuken op onze familyroom lag in scherven. De kamer was bedoeld voor 6 personen echter was er maar slaapplek voor 4 personen. Wel was de kamer erg comfortabel en ruim opgezet. Een badkamer had een jacuzzi en douche met Turks stoombad en massagestralen, echter kwam er maar een dun straaltje water uit wat tevens koud was en de badkamer liep vol water na gebruik. Er hing later ook een rioollucht. Op de kleinere badkamer gaf de douche ook slechts een klein koud straaltje. Voor bijna €250 per nacht verwacht je op zijn minst warm water. Ontbijtbuffet was uitgebreid. De Spa was ook niet helemaal wat je ervan zou verwachten. Een massage werd gegeven in een klein hokje met tl-verlichting en een hoop herrie van de nabij geplaatste aggregator, niet echt ontspannend. Prijs kwaliteit is om bovengenoemde redenen wat mij betreft niet helemaal in verhouding. Had hogere verwachtingen van het hotel.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2019

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Take care to lock your room from the inside as all the room cards open any room! Swimming pool is closed.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019

2/10 Terrible

John, London

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Bathroom smelled of sewage and was insect infested, room was full of stains. Window was broken also. Not worth the price and certainly not 4 stars
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2018

6/10 Okay

Yvan, Kampala

Disliked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Plus de 30 mns d attente pr avoir sa chambre alors qu il était plus de 17h. Moquette ds les chambres fatiguées. Petit déjeuner moyen. Je m attendais à mieux vu le prix de l hôtel. (En comparaison au prix moyen du pays)
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2018

8/10 Good

linda, London

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Well located

In the centre of town. Had a good gym and pool. View from the room was good.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2018

10/10 Excellent

Marios

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The best hotel in Mek'ele and one of the best in E

The best hotel in Mek'ele and one of the best in Ethiopia!!!!

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service

Pretty much a problem from the start.

Problems started at check in. We were only issued 1 key card per room. We had 3 people in a suite and 2 in a double room. This caused problems as we weren't on the same schedules. There was a problem with the hot water in the suite with the desk promising to send someone to the room to investigate which never happened. Towels were not replaced in a timely fashion, our last two days there was no shampoo in the in the shower. Bottom line we've stayed here previously and still really like the day to day staff but the management or lack of has ensured we will never do so again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018

8/10 Good

Alexandra

Liked: Staff & service, room comfort

Best option in Mekelle

Bed was comfortable. Staff was friendly and nice. WiFi was pretty terrible because they don’t have a password on it and local residents just come to use it in the lobby.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2018

4/10 Poor

Caroline, Florianopolis, Brazil

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nothing to recommend

Our bad experience started with the free shuttle: it was not waiting for us at the airport. We had to call the hotel and wait 30 min in the heat. The room is huge, but the bed is small. The shower was cold and the wi-fi was not connecting in our room (we had to sit in near the elevator to have some signal). The breakfast is for locals, except for the omelet.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

Rahul

Disliked: Room comfort
Not good stay - dull hotel but I guess nota lot of choice in the area
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2018

4/10 Poor

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Disliked: Staff & service

Don't visit if you're the same gender.

I booked this hotel with my colleague for one night while we were visiting Mekelle for work. During booking we through we booked a twin but accidentally booked a queen. We figured this was ok because we were booked for one night, are two adults and didn't see anything in the Terms and Conditions advising against this. Upon arrival the hotel applied pressure on us to upgrade and pay more for a twin because "International Law" dictated that two women cannot share a room unless it's a twin. In the end we were able to keep our queen after pointing out the missing "laws" in the Terms in Conditions and the hotel facilities were top notch. It's just a shame that check-in affected our experience.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service
空港からホテルまでの送迎はスムーズでした。 片言の英語しか話せない私に優しく案内もしてくれました。入り口には荷物チェックもあり、安心しました。客室は比較的清潔でした。停電もなく、スマホの充電も出来、Wi-Fiもスムーズでした。シャワーは少しもの足りませんでした。ホテルのレストランは美味しかったです。味もしっかりついており、欧米向けになっているのかと思いました。帰りも空港までバスで送ってくれました。スタッフの笑顔がとてもよかったです。
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

10/10 Excellent

Jean Jacques

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

pleasant rooms, slightly overpriced , location !

hotel is good, rooms comfortable and spacious but i find overpriced for the area and it's location menu of restaurant is quite good and large but not the breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2017

8/10 Good

Gilad

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very good

Considering other hotels I've been to in Ethiopia, Planet Hotel is one of the best in the country. I recommend it for travelers in Mekele.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2017

2/10 Terrible

Verified traveller

Disliked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

No internet connection as was advertised

Poor checkin poor food internet not working in the room but the price was not adjusted for the poor service received would not stay at this hotel again
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2017